What is the best Lord of the Rings board game for families?

The Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game. It's rated 10 and up, plays 1 to 4, and a game takes about 20 minutes. The Adventure Book Game is the best pick if you want to play through the whole trilogy as a family.

What is the best two-player Lord of the Rings game?

Duel for Middle-earth. One player is the Fellowship and the other is Sauron, a game takes about 30 minutes, and it's rated 10 and up. War of the Ring is the big two-player game hobby gamers love, but it takes hours.

What age is Fate of the Fellowship for?

The box says 14 and up. It's a cooperative strategy game built on the Pandemic system, and games run 60 to 150 minutes. Teens who already like Pandemic are the best fit.

Does Journeys in Middle-earth need an app?

Yes. A companion app runs the enemies, the map and the story, so you need a phone or tablet at the table.

Is War of the Ring good for kids?

Not for most kids. It's a long, heavy two-player strategy game built for adult hobby gamers, and a full game takes hours. Start with Duel for Middle-earth instead.

Is the Fellowship of the Ring Trick-Taking Game cooperative?

Yes. Everyone plays on the same team. Each chapter of the book gives the characters a goal, and the table wins or loses together.

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